2009 BMW 116 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2009 BMW 116 and 2009 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 116 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 116 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |